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Air Fryer Cinnamon Sugar Donuts

Golden, pillowy donuts coated in warm cinnamon sugar—ready in 15 minutes with zero frying mess. Use store-bought biscuit dough for instant gratification.

Total time
15 min
Servings
8
Calories
178
Protein
2g
Air Fryer Cinnamon Sugar Donuts
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Ingredients

  • 1 can (16.3 oz) canned biscuit dough (8 biscuits)
  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Open biscuit can and separate dough into 8 individual biscuits.

  2. 2

    Using your thumb, poke a hole through the center of each biscuit and gently stretch into a donut ring.

  3. 3

    In a small bowl, whisk together sugar, cinnamon, and salt until evenly combined.

  4. 4

    Lightly spray air fryer basket with cooking spray. Arrange donuts in a single layer without touching.

  5. 5

    Air fry at 350°F for 6 minutes until golden and puffed, rotating basket halfway through.

  6. 6

    Transfer donuts to a plate while still warm. Brush both sides generously with melted butter.

  7. 7

    Immediately roll donuts in cinnamon-sugar mixture, coating all sides until completely covered.

  8. 8

    Serve warm. Donuts are best eaten within 2 hours but stay soft in an airtight container overnight.

Tools you’ll need

  • air fryer
  • small mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • pastry brush
  • shallow plate or bowl

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